Sanitation Worker

US Foods; Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading foodservice distributor as a custodian, where you will play a vital role in maintaining cleanliness and safety in the warehouse environment. This position involves sweeping, cleaning, and performing light maintenance duties while ensuring compliance with food safety requirements. You will work closely with warehouse associates and managers, contributing to a clean and organized space that supports the success of the company. With competitive pay and a range of benefits, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to make a difference in a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Benefits

Paid Time Off

Short-term and Long-term Disability

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Life Insurance

Qualifications

• Previous custodial experience preferred.
• Able to read and write legibly; able to work with little supervision.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for cleaning and maintaining the warehouse and related property.
• Operates warehouse equipment and prepares various reports.

Skills

Cleaning Skills

Basic Mathematical Skills

Ability to Follow Orders

Education

High School Education or GED

Tools

Pallet Jack

Scrubber

Forklift

Job description

ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE

Join Our Community of Food People!

BASIC PURPOSE

Responsible for the cleaning and maintenance of division building and related property.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Sweeps and cleans entire warehouse to maintain required level of cleanliness.
2. Empties trash bins and cleans trash area daily; operates trash compactor when applicable.
3. Pulls pallets and cleans/scrubs product bays on a rotating basis.
4. Cleans up any spills or breakages to inventoried product; recoups damages and determines if resalable or must be disposed of per government and U.S. Foodservice food safety requirements.
5. Performs light maintenance duties as assigned (i.e. replacement of light bulbs, collecting recyclable materials, paper and shrink wrap collection pickup, checking freezer and cooler for leaks or ice build up, etc.)
6. Prepares various reports and forms to document cleaning schedule, spillages, product damage, etc. May track and order maintenance supplies.
7. May clean other areas of the warehouse and offices, to include break rooms, rest rooms, test kitchens, offices, etc.
8. Maintain facility grounds and dumpster areas.
9. Operates scrubber, pallet jack and high lift if required to perform duties.

SUPERVISION

RELATIONSHIPS

Internal: Warehouse associates, Warehouse Manager

External: Vendors

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Training: High School education or GED preferred.

Related Experience: Previous custodial experience preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Able to read and write legibly; able to follow orders; basic mathematical skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide); able to work with little direct supervision. Experience in operation of warehouse equipment to include: reach trucks, pallet jacks, sweeper, floor scrubber, bailer, hydraulic trash compactor.

Physical Requirements:

JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO:

1. SIT Not Present
2. STAND Frequent/Constant
3. WALK Frequent/Constant
4. DRIVE Occasionally (Fork lift, Pallet Jack, High Lift)

JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO LIFT:

1. 1-10 lbs (Sedentary) Occasionally
2. 10-20 lbs (Light) Occasionally
3. 25-50 lbs (Medium) Occasionally
4. 50-100 lbs (Heavy) Occasionally
5. Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy) N/A Rarely

JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO CARRY:

1. 1-10 lbs (Sedentary) Occasionally
2. 10-20 lbs (Light) Occasionally
3. 25-50 lbs (Medium) Occasionally
4. 50-100 lbs (Heavy) Occasionally
5. Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy) N/A

JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO:

1. Push/pull Occasionally/frequent 5-100 pounds (Trash Cart, Broom, Mop, Pallet Jack)
2. Climb/balance Occasionally (Stairs, High Lift)
3. Stoop/squat Frequent/constant
4. Kneel/bend Frequent/constant
5. Bend Frequent/constant
6. Reach above shoulder Occasionally
7. Grasp objects Frequent/constant (Trash, Cleaning materials)
8. Manipulate objects Frequent/constant
9. Twisting Occasionally/Frequent

Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law. The expected base rate for this role is between $19.00 and $22.00.

This role will also receive overtime compensation.

Benefits for this role may include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance. To review available benefits, please click here: https://www.usfoods.com/careers/benefits.html.

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About Us

US Foods is one of America’s great food companies and a leading foodservice distributor, partnering with approximately 300,000 restaurants and foodservice operators to help their businesses succeed. With 28,000 employees and more than 70 locations, US Foods provides its customers with a broad and innovative food offering and a comprehensive suite of e-commerce, technology and business solutions. US Foods is headquartered in Rosemont, Ill., and generates more than $28 billion in annual revenue. Visit www.usfoods.com to learn more.

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